Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN) would like to say shä̀w níthän, másin cho, gunałchÎsh, and thank you to Roxanne Vallevand for her 13 years of exceptional service with KDFN. Roxanne started working at KDFN in 2011 and stepped into the role of Executive Director in 2012. Throughout her time here Roxanne demonstrated excellence in administrative leadership which led to the development, and success of, many programs and initiatives for Kwanlin Dün First Nation.
Congratulations to Roxanne on her retirement. We wish you nothing but the best in your next chapter.
“It’s been a privilege to serve the citizens of Kwanlin Dün First Nation. I retire with gratitude and the most valued memories of my entire career, I will treasure the friendships, teachings, and leadership experiences and will carry those with me as I move forward. Shä̀w níthän, másin cho, gunałchÎsh and thank you for the support and guidance that I received from the staff of Kwanlin Dün First Nation, including the staff of the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre and Chu Níikwän Development Corporation; elders, youth, community and Council. I wish everyone the best!”
— Roxanne Vallevand